Just getting together to share & learn with all levels of knitters & crocheters. I know I learn best from watching others -- and love to sit & knit with women of all ages & experience levels/backgrounds. We would like to do charity projects as well…

Meet, mingle and trade yarns with local knitters! Come to a Knitters Meetup and have fun comparing patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips on stitches, sweaters and mittens.

Meet, mingle and trade yarns with local knitters! Come to a Knitters Meetup and have fun comparing patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips on stitches, sweaters and mittens. We will also be having regular knitting workshops given by a expert t…

Knit, sew, crochet, paint..whatever your craft, join us as we get together for fun, chatter, and creativity. Our crafts are sold at two annual events, donated to local organizations, and given to those who are ill, babies at their baptisms, and high…

Chicago Knitters Unite is a well rounded group of friendly people who just want to knit and crochet over good food, wine and beer, in good company. We are all skill levels and all ages and would love to see more new faces!

Meet, mingle and trade yarns with local knitters! Come to a Knitters Meetup and have fun comparing patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips on stitches, sweaters and mittens. Bring those unfinished projects and we can finish them ourselves. Le…

Meet fellow knitters and crocheters. Admire projects. Swap patterns. Chat and drink coffee. We meet twice a month, the 1st Tuesday and the 3rd Thursday.

“ I am a new mom and looking to meet other moms. ”

“ I am a student at Northern Illinois University and I am a member of EMPIRE MODELZ. We are a club that wants to put models together with fashion designers. We are looking for clothing,jewerly,purse,shoes,ect designers that will ready December 1, 2008 ”

“ I want local Knitting Meetups because I like to knit and meet people ”

“ "I've been knitting and crocheting for a couple of years. I've been waiting to join a group that focuses on both. Can't wait to meet you all." ”

“ Hi all, I am Shon and I am a "newbie". I met some of you last thurs. at Borders just minutes after I decided I wanted to learn to knit-it was fate! I look forward to meeting you tonite! ”

“ Hey, I'm Monika. 20 and from Chicago. I'm pretty new to meet up, hopefully I'll find something for me. ”

“ I'm interested in finding a group that will motivate me to become healthier. Organics and green living are particularly interesting. ”

“ I love to travel, I look forward to meeting with you and learning all that I can. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just moved to Chicago and am missing my fellowship and support system. ”

“ I've been knitting off and on for 30 years, steadily the last five years. I'd call myself an intermediate knitter. I have two girls (3 and 6), and work nights, so daytime meetings are easiest for me to attend. ”

“ I am a machine and hand knitter and would love to join a group in my area! Thank you! ”

“ I love the challenge of knitting and it gives me a sense of peace and relaxation. I joined this meetup because it is close to my house and I want to get out and meet new people with the same interests that I have. ”

“ Lana, 31, 5'8". Admin. Assistant. Love NPR and Chicago Public radio. Also love theater, sci-fi books and movies, travaling, exploring, swimming, ethnic food, dancing. ”

“ Hello, My name is Lisa and my two Bichon Frise a male 5 mo and a female 2 1/2 years want to meet others to socialize with during the winter weather we are looking for an indoor play date to visit with others. Let me know if there are any arnd ”

“ I find myself with extra time these days and I'm interested in meeting new knitters. ”

“ I've been knitting for five years. I have tried a variety of projects. I would love to see others new ideas and share patterns. ”

“ I've recently moved to IL from MN. I had a great woman's group in MN and would like to find another in IL. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I LOVE to knit! I have been doing it since I was a kid, and would love to meet others who share this addiction. Also need motivation to FINISH projects. I am great at starting them. :-) ”

“ I like to crochet, and also cross stitch. I enjoy meeting new people and sharing ideas. If there is a club in Orland Park, Tinley Park or Mokena, IL please contact me. mjhardwidge@hotmail.com ”

“ Hello, I am interested in getting crocheters together (knitters too) to share ideas and knowledge. I live in Bolingbrook and would only be interested in fairly close meeting places. I would be willing to help organize meetings and meeting places. ”

“ I have been at this wonderful craft for 18 years. None of my friends share this interest with me so I am happy to meet and talk to people that love it as much as I do. I am a yarn a holic. Hope to meet all of you soon. ”

“ Love crocheting, attempting to learn to knit, love to be able to talk with others who also enjoy the same hobbies as I. Also hoping to find some others from Australia so hubby has someone to chat to about back home. ”

“ It's Lex. I didn't want to lose contact with the group so I was hoping to join up and talk with everyone. :) ”

“ I've been knitting since I was in grade school. Knitting brings order to my thinking. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting new people and knitting. ”

“ A new grandma. Knitter, weaver, crocheter! Native American Flute Player and weaver of Native American Rugs ”

“ i have been knitting 4 like more than a year and am in the process of making a purse poncho and a blanket ”

“ Hello, My name is Judy. I lost my husband this summer. We have been married 23 years. I really need to talk to people and meet new people to get over my grief. Please help me. Maybe we could go out for coffee and talk. ”